Genus Amphicarpaea (Noun)
Meaning
Very small genus of twining vines of North America and Asia: hog peanut.
Classification
Nouns denoting plants.
Examples
- The genus Amphicarpaea is a very small genus of twining vines that are native to North America and Asia.
- The hog peanut is a member of the genus Amphicarpaea and is commonly found in woodland areas.
- The genus Amphicarpaea is characterized by its small, yellowish flowers and edible seeds.
- Amphicarpaea is a monotypic genus, meaning that it contains only one species, Amphicarpaea bracteata.
- The genus Amphicarpaea is often overlooked due to its small size and twining habit, but it is an important part of its ecosystem.